Bright lemon and dried blueberry bites with oats, nuts, and dates. Naturally sweet, no-bake, ready in 15 minutes.
# Components:
→ Base
01 - 1 cup rolled oats, certified gluten-free
02 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
03 - 1/2 cup raw almonds
04 - 1 cup pitted Medjool dates, approximately 10 to 12 pieces
→ Flavorings
05 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest from 1 large lemon
06 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
08 - 1/2 cup unsweetened dried blueberries
09 - Pinch of sea salt
# Method steps:
01 - In a food processor, pulse the oats, cashews, and almonds until finely ground into a consistent texture.
02 - Add the pitted dates, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the food processor. Process until the mixture begins to clump and holds together when pinched.
03 - Add the dried blueberries and pulse a few times to incorporate while maintaining some larger blueberry pieces for texture contrast.
04 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll into balls using your hands, ensuring even sizing.
05 - Refrigerate the energy bites for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to set and achieve optimal texture.
06 - Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
